#alameda — Public Fediverse posts
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Karin K. Jensen attended the soft re-opening of Pinot's Palette at Alameda's South Shore Center and reports the evening featured "music playing, glasses raised, and a roomful of people turning blank canvases into their own versions of a starry night sky." https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/pinots-palette-returns-to-alameda-with-paint-wine-and-a-fresh-start/
#alameda #MikeBerkowitz #painting #PinotSPalette #SouthShoreCenter
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Karin K. Jensen attended the soft re-opening of Pinot's Palette at Alameda's South Shore Center and reports the evening featured "music playing, glasses raised, and a roomful of people turning blank canvases into their own versions of a starry night sky." https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/pinots-palette-returns-to-alameda-with-paint-wine-and-a-fresh-start/
#alameda #MikeBerkowitz #painting #PinotSPalette #SouthShoreCenter
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The 2026-27 state budget makes billions of dollars of investments in California public schools and helps districts recruit and retain teachers in high-need communities. https://alamedapost.com/news/new-state-budget-invests-heavily-in-public-schools/
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The 2026-27 state budget makes billions of dollars of investments in California public schools and helps districts recruit and retain teachers in high-need communities. https://alamedapost.com/news/new-state-budget-invests-heavily-in-public-schools/
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At their first meeting of the school year, Ken Der reports that the Alameda Unified School District Board of Education received a budget update and said goodbye to long-term boardmember Jennifer Williams. https://alamedapost.com/news/ausd-board-starts-school-year-with-budget-update-farewell-to-jennifer-williams/
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At their first meeting of the school year, Ken Der reports that the Alameda Unified School District Board of Education received a budget update and said goodbye to long-term boardmember Jennifer Williams. https://alamedapost.com/news/ausd-board-starts-school-year-with-budget-update-farewell-to-jennifer-williams/
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Anna Crane of the League of Women Voters of Alameda writes to the Editor to support and mark the anniversary of the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-to-the-editor-for-august-14-2026/
#alameda #LeagueOfWomenVoters #LetterToTheEditor #VotingRightsAct
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Anna Crane of the League of Women Voters of Alameda writes to the Editor to support and mark the anniversary of the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-to-the-editor-for-august-14-2026/
#alameda #LeagueOfWomenVoters #LetterToTheEditor #VotingRightsAct
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Jeff Smith's Math Puzzle for August 14, 2026 – Yet another round of remedial Algebra 1 and Geometry lessons. https://alamedapost.com/features/puzzles/math-puzzle-for-august-14-2026/
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Jeff Smith's Math Puzzle for August 14, 2026 – Yet another round of remedial Algebra 1 and Geometry lessons. https://alamedapost.com/features/puzzles/math-puzzle-for-august-14-2026/
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In Episode 215, Scott Piehler's topics include: Woodstock still on IL. November ballot finally set. More changes at City Hall. An AI data center in Alameda? APD busts ID theft ring. Roots state their case. A familiar name reopens at South Shore. Weekend events, and a surprisingly good hot dog. https://alamedapost.com/features/podcast/alameda-postcast-for-08-14-2026/
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In Episode 215, Scott Piehler's topics include: Woodstock still on IL. November ballot finally set. More changes at City Hall. An AI data center in Alameda? APD busts ID theft ring. Roots state their case. A familiar name reopens at South Shore. Weekend events, and a surprisingly good hot dog. https://alamedapost.com/features/podcast/alameda-postcast-for-08-14-2026/
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Quick hops across the Oakland Alameda Estuary are on pause while the Woodstock water shuttle undergoes repairs. Officials plan to resume service after Sunday, August 16. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/woodstock-to-remain-out-of-service-through-at-least-august-16/
#alameda #AlamedaTma #EstuaryWaterShuttle #SfBayFerry #woodstock
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Quick hops across the Oakland Alameda Estuary are on pause while the Woodstock water shuttle undergoes repairs. Officials plan to resume service after Sunday, August 16. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/woodstock-to-remain-out-of-service-through-at-least-august-16/
#alameda #AlamedaTma #EstuaryWaterShuttle #SfBayFerry #woodstock
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Susan Davis writes that the new school year brings a new middle school, new principals and assistant principals, and a new phone and device policy for AUSD students. Photo by QKA. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/ausd-notes-back-to-school/
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Susan Davis writes that the new school year brings a new middle school, new principals and assistant principals, and a new phone and device policy for AUSD students. Photo by QKA. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/ausd-notes-back-to-school/
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Neptune Beach began life in 1916 with a roller coaster and ended after 1939 with an auction. Join Alameda Post’s historian, Dennis Evanosky, who will lead 90-minute strolls and share stories about the "Coney Island of the West" this weekend. https://alamedapost.com/history/neptune-beach-the-coney-island-of-the-west/
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Neptune Beach began life in 1916 with a roller coaster and ended after 1939 with an auction. Join Alameda Post’s historian, Dennis Evanosky, who will lead 90-minute strolls and share stories about the "Coney Island of the West" this weekend. https://alamedapost.com/history/neptune-beach-the-coney-island-of-the-west/
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Immerse yourself in a soundbath, groove to live music, be wowed with puppet theater, dance the night away, and learn something new about local history—all this weekend in Alameda. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-take-it-all-in/
#alameda #AllAroundAlameda #CommunityEvents #dancing #DeathAndTaxesSwingBand #puppets #SoundBath #StringAndShadowPuppetTheater #UssHornet #WalkingTour #WestEndArtsDistrict
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Immerse yourself in a soundbath, groove to live music, be wowed with puppet theater, dance the night away, and learn something new about local history—all this weekend in Alameda. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-take-it-all-in/
#alameda #AllAroundAlameda #CommunityEvents #dancing #DeathAndTaxesSwingBand #puppets #SoundBath #StringAndShadowPuppetTheater #UssHornet #WalkingTour #WestEndArtsDistrict
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“Jim’s list of awards is endless and includes not one, but two ‘Jim Franz Days’ in Alameda—bestowed by two separate mayors to mark his two retirements, neither of which stuck!” Put on your Aloha wear to celebrate his life at Alameda Elks Lodge on Thursday August 27, from 2 to 5 p.m. https://alamedapost.com/news/obituaries/james-clifford-franz-1942-2026/
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“Jim’s list of awards is endless and includes not one, but two ‘Jim Franz Days’ in Alameda—bestowed by two separate mayors to mark his two retirements, neither of which stuck!” Put on your Aloha wear to celebrate his life at Alameda Elks Lodge on Thursday August 27, from 2 to 5 p.m. https://alamedapost.com/news/obituaries/james-clifford-franz-1942-2026/
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Seagull and Goose discuss the roads in and out of Alameda in the latest installment of our weekly strip drawn by Alameda cartoonist, Brice. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/two-birds-08-13-2026/
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Seagull and Goose discuss the roads in and out of Alameda in the latest installment of our weekly strip drawn by Alameda cartoonist, Brice. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/two-birds-08-13-2026/
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#Alameda has over a dozen Flock cameras installed. #Oakland has many more.
#alamtg #oakmtg
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A credit bureau notification sent to one individual earlier this spring led to the discovery of an elaborate identity theft scheme that likely was linked to a previously reported mail theft in Alameda. APD Officers found mail, bank cards, personal documents, narcotics, paraphernalia, and firearms. https://alamedapost.com/news/identity-theft-scheme-one-report-uncovers-more-than-900-victims/
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A credit bureau notification sent to one individual earlier this spring led to the discovery of an elaborate identity theft scheme that likely was linked to a previously reported mail theft in Alameda. APD Officers found mail, bank cards, personal documents, narcotics, paraphernalia, and firearms. https://alamedapost.com/news/identity-theft-scheme-one-report-uncovers-more-than-900-victims/
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"The experiences I share with those who marvel at the birds with me, whether they are friends or family or just people I meet out in nature carrying binoculars, always leave me feeling connected and hopeful for the health of our natural environments," reflects Patricia Williamson. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/why-am-i-a-birdwatcher/
#alameda #birding #birdwatching #FriendsOfTheAlamedaWildlifeReserve
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"The experiences I share with those who marvel at the birds with me, whether they are friends or family or just people I meet out in nature carrying binoculars, always leave me feeling connected and hopeful for the health of our natural environments," reflects Patricia Williamson. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/why-am-i-a-birdwatcher/
#alameda #birding #birdwatching #FriendsOfTheAlamedaWildlifeReserve
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Last year alone, two industrious parties set their sights on Alameda Point for an "AI City" and a "Tesla Takeover." As hyperscale data centers pop up across the country, Jean Chen talks with AMP's General Manager and the Director of Base Reuse and Economic Development about data centers in Alameda. https://alamedapost.com/news/could-ai-data-centers-be-built-in-alameda/
#AbbyThorneLyman #ai #alameda #AlamedaMunicipalPower #AlamedaPoint #amp #development #TimHaines
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Last year alone, two industrious parties set their sights on Alameda Point for an "AI City" and a "Tesla Takeover." As hyperscale data centers pop up across the country, Jean Chen talks with AMP's General Manager and the Director of Base Reuse and Economic Development about data centers in Alameda. https://alamedapost.com/news/could-ai-data-centers-be-built-in-alameda/
#AbbyThorneLyman #ai #alameda #AlamedaMunicipalPower #AlamedaPoint #amp #development #TimHaines
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A beautiful gym, multi-story buildings, and a sprawling central courtyard will greet Wood Middle School students as they pour onto the new campus this week. Gene Kahane gushes that the campus is "gorgeous" while still embodying its "utilitarian charm." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/the-beautiful-new-wood-middle-school-campus-is-officially-open/
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A beautiful gym, multi-story buildings, and a sprawling central courtyard will greet Wood Middle School students as they pour onto the new campus this week. Gene Kahane gushes that the campus is "gorgeous" while still embodying its "utilitarian charm." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/the-beautiful-new-wood-middle-school-campus-is-officially-open/
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Peralta Community College District—which includes the College of Alameda, Berkeley City College, Laney College, and Merritt College—has received strong credit ratings from two leading independent rating agencies ahead of the District's final issuance of bonds authorized by voters under Measure G. https://alamedapost.com/news/peralta-community-college-district-gets-strong-credit-ratings-ahead-of-final-measure-g-bond-sale/
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Peralta Community College District—which includes the College of Alameda, Berkeley City College, Laney College, and Merritt College—has received strong credit ratings from two leading independent rating agencies ahead of the District's final issuance of bonds authorized by voters under Measure G. https://alamedapost.com/news/peralta-community-college-district-gets-strong-credit-ratings-ahead-of-final-measure-g-bond-sale/
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Took a lot of photos of the wild turkeys in front of our house this morning, mostly with the birds filling the frame. Then, as they walked off down the street, I took a few shots of them walking away, and this one stood out from all the others as I was editing them as my favourite from the set.
#photography #birdphotography #nature #naturePhotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #birds #canonPhotography #CanonR7 #Alameda #birdsOfMastodon
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Took a lot of photos of the wild turkeys in front of our house this morning, mostly with the birds filling the frame. Then, as they walked off down the street, I took a few shots of them walking away, and this one stood out from all the others as I was editing them as my favourite from the set.
#photography #birdphotography #nature #naturePhotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #birds #canonPhotography #CanonR7 #Alameda #birdsOfMastodon
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A random wall in #Alameda in 2017 which had a nice texture.
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A random wall in #Alameda in 2017 which had a nice texture.
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"The proposal would transform the Alameda training facility into a venue featuring modular stands and new lighting around the playing field, along with food vendors and a fan activation area in its existing parking lot," writes Ken Der about the Oakland Roots Sports Club's vision. https://alamedapost.com/news/oakland-roots-aim-to-score-with-near-term-venue-in-harbor-bay/
#alameda #BayFarmIsland #HarborBay #oakland #OaklandRoots #OaklandSoul #soccer #sports
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"The proposal would transform the Alameda training facility into a venue featuring modular stands and new lighting around the playing field, along with food vendors and a fan activation area in its existing parking lot," writes Ken Der about the Oakland Roots Sports Club's vision. https://alamedapost.com/news/oakland-roots-aim-to-score-with-near-term-venue-in-harbor-bay/
#alameda #BayFarmIsland #HarborBay #oakland #OaklandRoots #OaklandSoul #soccer #sports
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There's nothing better than a handful of fresh herbs to finish off a delicious pot of dinner—and nothing worse than discovering that most of the expensive little package decomposed in your refrigerator. Margie Siegal shares easy and inexpensive tips to grow fresh herbs yourself. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/how-to-grow-fresh-herbs-in-alameda/
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There's nothing better than a handful of fresh herbs to finish off a delicious pot of dinner—and nothing worse than discovering that most of the expensive little package decomposed in your refrigerator. Margie Siegal shares easy and inexpensive tips to grow fresh herbs yourself. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/how-to-grow-fresh-herbs-in-alameda/
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It was a tale of two halves for the Oakland Roots on Saturday night, August 8, at Southwest University Park in El Paso. Despite a second-half push, the Roots couldn’t find an answer to Locomotive FC’s first-half goal, and ultimately lost the match by a score of 1-0. https://alamedapost.com/features/sports/second-half-push-doesnt-prevent-roots-loss-to-el-paso-locomotive/
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It was a tale of two halves for the Oakland Roots on Saturday night, August 8, at Southwest University Park in El Paso. Despite a second-half push, the Roots couldn’t find an answer to Locomotive FC’s first-half goal, and ultimately lost the match by a score of 1-0. https://alamedapost.com/features/sports/second-half-push-doesnt-prevent-roots-loss-to-el-paso-locomotive/
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Amy Wooldridge is resigning from her role as Alameda’s Assistant City Manager to begin a new role with EBRPD as the Deputy General Manager. Previously, Wooldridge led Alameda’s Recreation and Parks Department, where she helped deliver major park, trail, waterfront, and recreation projects. https://alamedapost.com/news/amy-wooldridge-leaves-city-to-join-ebrpd/
#alameda #AmyWooldridge #AssistantCityManager #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebrpd
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Amy Wooldridge is resigning from her role as Alameda’s Assistant City Manager to begin a new role with EBRPD as the Deputy General Manager. Previously, Wooldridge led Alameda’s Recreation and Parks Department, where she helped deliver major park, trail, waterfront, and recreation projects. https://alamedapost.com/news/amy-wooldridge-leaves-city-to-join-ebrpd/
#alameda #AmyWooldridge #AssistantCityManager #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebrpd
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It’s that time again! Eligible sixth- through 12th-grade students may now apply for the Student Transit Pass Program for unlimited free bus rides and discounted BART fares. Once the passes are granted, students may enjoy the transit benefits until they graduate from high school. https://alamedapost.com/news/middle-and-high-school-students-apply-now-for-free-transit-passes/
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It’s that time again! Eligible sixth- through 12th-grade students may now apply for the Student Transit Pass Program for unlimited free bus rides and discounted BART fares. Once the passes are granted, students may enjoy the transit benefits until they graduate from high school. https://alamedapost.com/news/middle-and-high-school-students-apply-now-for-free-transit-passes/
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Walter Clifton Morris built his career, raised a family, and spent his adulthood on Buena Vista Avenue, a street he proudly called home. He worked for 42 years at the local Del Monte Plant, was active at St. Philip Neri Church, volunteered for 52+ years with Meals on Wheels, and loved rescuing pets. https://alamedapost.com/news/obituaries/walter-clifton-morris-1938-2026/
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Walter Clifton Morris built his career, raised a family, and spent his adulthood on Buena Vista Avenue, a street he proudly called home. He worked for 42 years at the local Del Monte Plant, was active at St. Philip Neri Church, volunteered for 52+ years with Meals on Wheels, and loved rescuing pets. https://alamedapost.com/news/obituaries/walter-clifton-morris-1938-2026/
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"I recently picked up the endorsement of Alex the cat, which is so important because it shows my support for the feline community," writes Mouf about his mayoral campaign. The Roving Reporter does make an additional note that the correct word is "tolerance" and "only if treats are available." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/bears-eye-view-of-alameda-for-august-2-2026-2/
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"I recently picked up the endorsement of Alex the cat, which is so important because it shows my support for the feline community," writes Mouf about his mayoral campaign. The Roving Reporter does make an additional note that the correct word is "tolerance" and "only if treats are available." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/bears-eye-view-of-alameda-for-august-2-2026-2/
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"Gambit is the kind of dog who enjoys the simple things. He loves taking relaxed walks where he can stop and sniff everything that catches his interest. He also has a playful streak. Bring out a tennis ball and he's more than happy to chase it around." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/give-gambit-a-second-chance/
#AdoptableDogs #AdoptablePets #alameda #faas #FriendsOfTheAlamedaAnimalShelter #PetOfTheWeek
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"Gambit is the kind of dog who enjoys the simple things. He loves taking relaxed walks where he can stop and sniff everything that catches his interest. He also has a playful streak. Bring out a tennis ball and he's more than happy to chase it around." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/give-gambit-a-second-chance/
#AdoptableDogs #AdoptablePets #alameda #faas #FriendsOfTheAlamedaAnimalShelter #PetOfTheWeek
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The Oakland Roots extended their unbeaten streak versus Las Vegas Lights FC to six games on Wednesday night, keeping a clean sheet in a 0-0 draw that snapped the Roots’ four-game league skid and earned them an all-important point in the Western Conference. https://alamedapost.com/features/sports/roots-keep-sheet-clean-in-0-0-draw-at-las-vegas-lights-fc/
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The Oakland Roots extended their unbeaten streak versus Las Vegas Lights FC to six games on Wednesday night, keeping a clean sheet in a 0-0 draw that snapped the Roots’ four-game league skid and earned them an all-important point in the Western Conference. https://alamedapost.com/features/sports/roots-keep-sheet-clean-in-0-0-draw-at-las-vegas-lights-fc/
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Construction of the Skyline townhomes is complete, but roadway barricades still bookend a one-block stretch of Clement Avenue between Hibbard and Grand streets. Ken Der explains the tricky situation putting Alameda's bike lanes and parking at odds with a road previously earmarked as a truck route.
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#alameda #AlamedaCountyTransportationCommission #ClementAvenue #CrossAlamedaTrail
